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18-year old Jessika Monroe says the challenges she faces as young mother only is a motivation for her success. Pregnant with her second child she's depending on her education to help support her growing family. She is part of a growing number of teen girls who become pregnant in America each year. Read the full description.
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Over 20 percent of teens who have a child will become pregnant again within a year. Indiana teens are no exception, 18- year old Jessica Monroe and her fiance are currently awaiting the arrival of their second child. While she attends during the day and her fiance works night allowing them to work out childcare. Y-Press reporter, Laura Mangan talks with Jessica about her plans for the future.
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